Grand Palace Sightseeing Tour Bangkok

<body> <p dir="ltr">The Grand Palace complex, which includes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Keow) is unquestionably one of the wonders of the world today. Within its enormous grounds is the most exotic Buddhist temple and at the heart of the temple itself is a fabulous Buddha image, carved from one piece of Jade, which is the holiest and most revered of religious objects in Thailand today. Nearby is the Grand Palace, once the official home for the Kings of Siam - built in traditional Thai architecture mixed with European designs. You can also see the Royal Funeral Hall and the Royal Coronation Hall.</p> <p dir="ltr">Reviews:</p> <p>We encountered very few crowds/tourists on a Monday a.m. It was hot, even at the end of December, but there was a little concession building selling water, sodas & snacks close to the King's residence. </p> <p>Respectful attire is required. While the front ticket guards allowed school girls in with dresses, all tourists were required to have shirt sleeves and covered ankles. My senior citizen Mother had capri style pants on and was required to borrow a sarong to cover her lower legs. It was pretty & clean. She was a good sport about it, however, more obnoxious visitors were causing a stink by pointing out people who were allowed in not fully covered. Just be respectful of the Buddhist ways and wear long pants and shirt sleeves. The Temple of the Emerald Buddha is very sacred to them. </p> <p>For families...I think younger kids would find enough steps, passageways & open grounds to expend some extra energy while adults enjoy the history & beauty. Unless they start climbing over guard rails or yelling, this is a family friendly place. Our 14 year old son enjoyed touring the Grand Palace. A visiting group of teenaged school kids from eastern Thailand asked him questions in English & took pictures with their new "American friend." </p> <p>While in Bangkok, the Grand Palace complex is a must-see! </p> <p dir="ltr">I'm glad to have visited the Palace and Wat Phra Kaeo at the end of my trip to BKK, because it was the icing on my cake. There's glitter and gold everywhere you look, you can't even imagine if you haven't seen it with your own eyes. There's a million details not to be overlooked. It's grand! The temple of the emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaeo) itself is very beautiful and peaceful. </p> </body>